User & Setup Guide
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1. Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground connectors of the power utility telephone lines and internal metallic water pipe system if present are connected together This presentation may be particularly important in rural areas Caution Users should not attempt to make such connections themselves but should contact the appropriate electric inspection authority or electrician as appropriate 15 5 PRODUCT REGISTRATION amp FEEDBACK Product Registration Please take a moment to visit headsupsystems com to register your product just look for the Register link on the home page If you purchased your HeadsUp System directly from our website you are already registered and don t need to register again We want to hear your feedback Please let us know what you think about the HeadsUp System and how it works for you Email your comments and suggestions to service headsupsystems com or visit the Contact Us page at headsupsystems com and tell us your thoughts We appreciate and value your feedback HeadsUp Systems 283 Columbine Street Unit 164 Denver CO 80206 We Get It Because We re Out There Too HeadsUp Systems was founded by two guys in Colorado who are crazy passionate about outdoor sports solving problems and yes even customer service We pledge to make it right if you have a problem or question about your order or your HeadsUp System contact us and we ll make it right We are prou2. gear with just the Alerter in your vehicle will not trigger an alert You can ride your bicycle with its Gear Tag directly from your garage and the sign will not go off when you return The alerts only go off when both a Gear Tag and a vehicle with an Alerter return at the same time If you store your bicycles kayaks or other gear with Gear Tags in your garage the Sign detects that they are present and ignores them for deciding when an alert is needed A Gear Tag and Alerter need to both be away from your Alert Sign for more than 30 seconds to trigger an alert when you return home Your Gear Tags should always be with the gear you want to protect A Tags can easily be mounted on your bike by wrapping the silicon strap around any tube on your bike as shown in the Installation instructions above If you have a saddle bag that always stays on your bike you can just tuck a Gear Tag in that instead For kayaks Canoes or cargo carriers you can either use the silicon strap to attach a Gear Tag to the inside of your gear or simply place it in your watercraft storage bin The silicon housing on the Gear Tag is water resistant but if your tag is likely to sit in water for extended periods we suggest placing it in a zip seal bag first If for some reason you are carrying your gear with a Gear Tag in your trunk instead of on the roof rack the alert will still go off although the alert range may be reduced The Alert Sign senses when y
3. promise that a user will avoid accidents or collisions while using its products HeadsUp Systems makes no claims as to the accuracy or functionality of any of its products and is not responsible for damages or injury resulting from the use of any of its products The operator of a motorized vehicle is responsible for his or her own actions and the products of HeadsUp Systems are not intended in any way to be a substitute for careful and cautious driving and should only be used as a supplemental aide The user assumes all responsibility for the use of HeadsUp Systems products Regulatory Notices Model EGAS Beacon FCC ID Z9B EGAS Beacon IC 10011A EGAS Beacon Model EGAS Alerter FCC ID Z9B In Vehicle Obstacle Alerter IC 1001A In Vehicle Alerter CE Model EGAS Sign FCC ID Z9B Visual Indicator IC 10011A Visual Indicator CE These devices comply with part 15 of FCC rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 These devices may not cause harmful interference and 2 These devices must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Notice to Users This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment This 13 equipment generates
4. uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual may cause harmful interference to radio communications Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at their own expense FCC Statement This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment The antenna s used for this transmitter must not be co located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If t
5. HEADSUP gt Y S T E M User amp Setup Guide TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 Box Contents 2 Setup 3 How It Works 4 Warranty amp Legal 5 Product Registration amp Feedback 1 BOX CONTENTS User amp Setup Guide 8 5 x 11 LED Alert Sign with Internal Wireless Control Module Two 2 Water resistant Gear Tags including batteries One 1 InCar Alerter including battery 110V AC 12V DC Transformer Mounting Screws Mollies for Sign HeadsUp Stickers 2 SETUP A Put battery in each Gear Tag 1 Gently stretch silicon cover 2 Insert battery with to remove plastic case the side up 3 Put plastic case back 4 Done into silicone cover B Put battery in InCar Alerter Ci 1 Slide open battery 2 Insert battery with cover the side up 3 Replace battery cover 4 Done Option slide on visor clip Note When you eventually have to replace the battery use a small screwdriver or letter opener to push the battery out of the battery holder from the far side of the opening C Mount Alert Sign approx 4 feet _ high 1 Mount Alert Sign to inside garage wall wherever it will be most visible to the driver when approaching the garage Screws are provided and there are keyhole slots on the back of the sign to help hang the sign This is most likely the back wall of the garage if you approach your garage head on or the side wall if you approach your garage fr
6. d to say that HeadsUp Systems are designed in Colorado www headsupsystems com Copyright 2012 HeadsUp Systems All rights reserved 16
7. en used in accordance with the instructions in the Documentation will operate as described in the Documentation in all material respects for a period of one 1 year from shipment or purchase Warranty Period The foregoing warranty does not apply to any Products which have been subject to Buyer s own misuse unauthorized modifications neglect improper testing attempts to repair or by accident fire or other hazard while such materials were in the possession or control of Buyer HeadsUp Systems shall at its Own expense and as its sole obligation and Buyer s exclusive remedy for any breach of this warranty repair or replace the defective Products reported to HeadsUp Systems by Buyer in writing during the Warranty Period Disclaimer of Warranties EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY SET FORTH IN THIS AGREEMENT HEADSUP SYSTEMS MAKES NO WARRANTY IN CONNECTION WITH THE SUBJECT MATTER OF THIS AGREEMENT AND HEREBY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL IMPLIED OR STATUTORY WARRANTIES 12 INCLUDING ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF TITLE NON INFRINGEMENT MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR USE OR PURPOSE REGARDING SUCH SUBJECT MATTER To the extent that a party may not as a matter of applicable law disclaim any implied warranty the scope and duration of such warranty shall be the minimum permitted under such law Disclaimer Although the products and services HeadsUp Systems sells are some of the best in the industry HeadsUp Systems does not guarantee or
8. his equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Antenna Statement Only the antenna supplied with this unit may be used Any attempt to modify this antenna or substitute a different antenna by any means shall void the warranty and will void the FCC approval to operate this equipment In the event an antenna is broken a replacement antenna may be obtained by contacting the Product Support Center listed in the warranty section of this manual 14 CE Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits of the European Council Directive on the approximation of the law of the member states relating to electromagnetic compatibility 89 336 EEC according to EN 55022 Class B C Industry Canada Equipment Notice This device complies with Industry Canada license exempt RSS standard s Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference including interfere
9. nce that may cause undesired operation of the device En Frangais Le present appareil est conforme aux CNR d Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence L exploitation est autoris e aux deux conditions suivantes 1 l appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage et 2 l utilisateur de l appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioelectrique subi m me si le brouillage est susceptible d en compromettre le fonctionnement The Industry Canada certification identifies certified equipment This certification means that the equipment meets certain telecommunications network protective operational and safety requirements as prescribed in the appropriate Terminal Equipment Technical Document s The Department does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the user s satisfaction Before installing this equipment users should ensure that it is permissible to be connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company The equipment must also be installed using an acceptable method of connection The customer should be aware that compliance with the above conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some situations Repairs to certified equipment should be coordinated by a representative designated by the supplier Any repairs or alterations made by the user to this equipment or equipment malfunctions may give the telecommunications company cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment
10. om the side just put it where you normally look as you are pulling into the garage 2 With the InCar Alerter in the garage with you plug the Alert Sign into a wall outlet using the enclosed power adapter Use an extension cord for the power adapter if your outlet is further away than the cord on the adapter 3 As soon as the Alert Sign is plugged in it will flash for several seconds to show you it is working It will also send a signal to trigger your InCar Alerter so you can hear what it sounds like You can silence the Alerter by pressing the button on it otherwise it will stop beeping automatically in three minutes D Place Gear Tags on Gear v 7 There are many options for mounting your gear tag You can use the strap to attach it to any tube on your bicycle Or if you have a saddle bag or cargo bag that always stays on your bike just place it inside Just make sure it is something that is always with your bike For kayaks canoes or cargo carriers you can use the silicon strap to attach a Gear Tag to a bar on the inside of your equipment or simply place it in your watercraft storage bin E Place Alerter in Vehicle Put the Alerter device in your car wherever you will hear it when it goes off For the best range we recommend clipping it to your sun visor or rearview mirror post F Done We recommend that you test your system to make sure everything is installed correctly and working befo
11. ou return home in your vehicle with your gear whether or not the gear is on the roof More than one vehicle with a roof rack No problem extra InCar Alerters are available individually at headsupsystems com and at many retailers that carry the HeadsUp System More than two bicycles or other gear you want to protect No problem extra Gear Tags are available individually at headsupsystems com and at many retailers that carry the HeadsUp System One HeadsUp System can support up to 100 Gear Tags and Alerters This means it works not only for households with multiple roof racks and lots of gear but even for condos or apartment buildings with multiple athletes Just mount one sign in the condo apartment garage and each resident can purchase Alerters and Gear Tags separately The batteries in your Gear Tags and InCar Alerter are expected to last a minimum of one year with normal usage The HeadsUp System includes a low battery warning feature that lights a low battery LED on the Alert Sign when a Gear Tag or Alerter with a low battery is within range This way you ll know to replace the battery before your system stops working Please do not remove the battery from a Tag or Alerter unless you are replacing it with a fresh new battery The battery use meter is reset each time a battery is replaced so if you use an old battery the low battery indicator will not work properly If you are testing your system to verify the range and f
12. re you rely on it The alert range will vary slightly based on your garage vehicle and placement of the components so make sure you drive several blocks away for a couple minutes and then return to test the system and confirm the alert range for your set up Important Note Wait 3 minutes after plugging in your sign to do your test and at least 3 minutes between any subsequent tests for the system to fully reset each time 8 3 HOW IT WORKS Once your HeadsUp System is installed it protects you and your gear every time you return home with gear on your roof rack The Alert Sign is always on listening for Gear Tags and InCar Alerters When you return home with your gear on the roof and come within range of the Sign the Sign detects a new Gear Tag and Alerter and triggers the alert sequence The Sign begins flashing for 3 minutes providing you with a visual alert and the InCar Alerter starts beeping to alert you inside your vehicle You can silence the Alerter at any time by pressing its button if you want to stop the beeping before it stops automatically in 3 minutes The visual and audio alerts remind you to unload your roof mounted gear before you drive in to the garage And it works every time saving you from potentially thousands of dollars of damage to your gear rack vehicle and garage Smart move Additional Notes The Alerter should stay in your vehicle at all times Driving in and out of your garage without your
13. unction the tag and alerter must be completely removed from the range of the sign at least 500 feet away in open air for more than 30 seconds to trigger then sign upon returning home Also please wait at least three minutes between tests for the system to reset See the FAQ section or Contact Us on headsupsystems com if you have any questions about your new HeadsUp System and how it works We re happy to help 11 4 WARRANTY amp LEGAL If any part of your system stops working within 12 months from the time of purchase we ll repair or replace it at no charge The HeadsUp System has undergone rigorous product testing and 100 of units are QA tested after assembly so you are unlikely to have a problem However if you do please first email us at service headsupsystems com or contact us at headsupsystems com look for the Contact Us link with a brief description of the problem in case we can solve it without you having to return anything to us If something does need to be returned you can return it to us at the address on on the last page of this guide along with a copy of your purchase receipt Your receipt is not required if you purchased it directly from us Or previously registered your product with us on our website We like happy customers so we ll do everything we can to make it right The legal details Limited Warranty HeadsUp Systems represents and warrants that the Products sold pursuant to this Agreement wh
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